2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | CLK | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
